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when im his age vs when im at his age

The correct phrase is "when I'm his age." The use of the preposition "at" is not necessary in this context. The correct phrase is commonly used in English to refer to a future point in time when the speaker will be the same age as someone else.

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when im his age

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to a future point in time when the speaker will be the same age as someone else. It implies a comparison of ages.

Examples:

  • I'll understand when I'm his age.
  • I hope to be as successful as he is when I'm his age.
  • When I'm his age, I want to have traveled to many countries.
  • I'll be retired when I'm his age.
  • I'll have kids of my own when I'm his age.
  • I bet there isnt a lady over the age of 80 at the local assistant living facility whos number he cant get! If im not half the player he is in 40 -50 years when im his age  ...
  • Jun 30, 2010 ... Read more. Show less. Reply 1. Rainer Kuusik1 month ago · +Doge cool so if im lucky and with hard work i can be like brock when im his age.
  • Apr 10, 2013 ... ... from this link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFOR-... This is my father Richard Jones so I can only hope I can do that when im his age!
  • Dec 28, 2011 ... I don't know anyone his age living life to the fullest compared to him. He just keeps going and I can only hope I have his drive when Im his age!

when im at his age

This phrase is not correct in English. The preposition "at" is unnecessary in this context.


Alternatives:

  • when I'm his age

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